Associate / Senior Associate (3+ PQE) - Residential & Rural Property - Exeter
Chadwick Nott are working with a Top 100 UK law firm with a strong national and regional presence, consistently recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers. Due to continued growth, the firm is seeking an ambitious Property lawyer to join its highly regarded Residential & Rural Property team in Exeter, working on high-value and complex transactions for a diverse client base.
You will handle high-value, complex work with a variety of clients, including private individuals and financial institutions with substantial estates and rural properties.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and expanding team with a strong reputation in the rural property market where you can expect to:-
- Advise a broad range of clients, including private individuals, landowners, and financial institutions, on high-value residential and rural property transactions.
- Take ownership of complex matters from an early stage with a high degree of client contact and responsibility.
- Work on a varied caseload spanning residential, rural and property-related matters.
- Develop and strengthen existing client relationships while identifying opportunities for new business.
- Play an active role in networking and business development, helping to grow the team's profile across the region.
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE.
- Strong property law background, ideally combining residential conveyancing and commercial property experience.
- Proven ability to build trusted and lasting client relationships.
- Commercially aware with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Enthusiastic about networking, business development and generating new opportunities.
- Self-motivated, resilient and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Keen to take responsibility for matters while continuing to develop technically and professionally.
Why Join?
Join a progressive and forward-thinking firm that combines high-quality work with a genuine commitment to employee development and wellbeing.
What you can expect:
- Exposure to complex, high-value residential and rural property work.
- Early responsibility and direct client engagement.
- Clear opportunities for career progression and professional growth.
- A collaborative culture that values innovation, teamwork and personal development.
- Flexible and supportive working practices that promote work-life balance.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a property lawyer looking to develop their career within a leading South West practice, handling quality work while building a strong profile in the residential and rural property sector.
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
